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  • front three-quarters shot of the blue three-door 1999 Honda HR-V parked in a lot
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    This Three-Door 1999 Honda HR-V With A Manual Is A Way Better Deal Than Any New HR-V

    The first-generation HR-V was never sold in the U.S., which is a shame as it's so much cooler than the HR-V's we've gotten.

    By Logan K. Carter 9 months ago Read More
  • A Honda Civic hatchback on Hot Wheels-style wheels
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    Your Real Car Needs Hot Wheels-Style Wheels

    Why settle for a classic Hot Wheels wheel design brought back in die cast, when it could be applied to your real-life tuner car?

    By Amber DaSilva 9 months ago Read More
  • a side view of the Kuwait G90 with its electric blue and yellow deals and brush guard
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    Genesis G90s With Brush Guards And Lights Are The Coolest Way To Transport VIPs

    Kuwait's fleet of G90s includes 40 cars that will be used for official ceremonies and operations and 7 that will be used to transport high-ranking officials.

    By Logan K. Carter 9 months ago Read More
  • BMW iDrive X
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    BMW Wants You To Use Its Fancy New Infotainment, Not Apple CarPlay Ultra

    BMW's iDrive X looks to be a major departure from what we've seen in BMWs of the past, and we can't tell how CarPlay Ultra would even fit into this setup.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 9 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of the SoCal Corvette concept
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    GM's Californian Design Team Dreamt Up This SoCal-Inspired Corvette Concept With A Removable Canopy

    Its single-piece canopy is hinged at the front and the upper shell can be removed, transforming it into an "open-air track car."

    By Daniel Golson 9 months ago Read More
  • Installing car window tint on a car
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    Ceramic Vs. Carbon Window Tint: Which Is Better For Keeping Your Car Cool?

    If you're looking to keep heat out of your car, ceramic and carbon window tints are probably your best options. So which one is right for your budget?

    By Chino Ortiz 9 months ago Read More
  • Firebird III concept car
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    Jet Engine Cars Have Always Sounded Cool But Been An Incredibly Bad Idea

    The notion of putting jet engines in cars in one that won't go away.

    By Matthew DeBord 9 months ago Read More
  • Close up of tire tread pattern on a new tire
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    The Differences Between Symmetrical, Asymmetrical, And Directional Tire Treads

    Symmetrical, asymmetrical, and directional treads all offer distinct advantages in different driving conditions — let's look at what will work best for you.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 9 months ago Read More
  • Renault Emblème concept
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    Renault Design Boss Says 'Sexy, Desirable' MPVs Could Make A Return As SUVs Fall Out Of Favor

    Europe may have been all-in on SUVs recently, but Renault's design boss foresees a near future in which an emphasis on efficiency may renew interest in MPVs.

    By Justin Hughes 9 months ago Read More
  • 2002 BMW Z8 front three-quarter
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    The BMW Z8 Was Far Too Gorgeous To Ever Get Cheap

    Say what you will about Henrik Fisker's ability to run an automaker, but he has designed some absolutely beautiful cars, and the Z8 is his crowning achievement.

    By Collin Woodard 9 months ago Read More
  • Telo MT1 minitruck vs Ford Maverick in a pedestrian crash simulation
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    Telo Claims Its Tiny Truck Was Designed To Get You 'Flipped Off Or Yelled At Instead Of Sued'

    Without a long hood in front of you, you're less likely to hit something or someone in the Telo if you have to stop quickly compared to, say, a Ford Maverick.

    By Collin Woodard 9 months ago Read More
  • 1965 Ford Transit at Goodwood Festival Of Speed
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    These Were The Hardest Working Vehicles At The Goodwood Festival Of Speed

    A special Goodwood exhibit called Van Go - Masters of the Moving Arts featured all sorts of incredible vans and work trucks.

    By Erin Marquis 9 months ago Read More
  • A car rear wheel drum brake
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    Why Most Modern Cars Stopped Using Drum Brakes

    Drum brakes have mostly been replaced by disc brakes on most modern vehicles. So when did this shift happen, and what's the advantage of disc brakes?

    By Benjamin Gracias 9 months ago Read More
  • Red Bull F1 team mechanics with a tire blanket.
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    Why Does F1 Use Tire Blankets?

    Have you ever wondered why Formula 1 tires arrive in a special blanket? It isn't just to keep them pristine for race day — here's the science behind them.

    By Abhik Das 9 months ago Read More
  • Overhead shot of the Ferrari Daytona SP3 Tailor Made
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    Ferrari Makes One Last Daytona SP3 To Help The Children

    The Daytona SP3 Tailor Made will be the 600th unit of a 599-model run. Or, rather, it will be the 599+1th model, as that is how Maranello will be numbering it.

    By Nicholas Werner 9 months ago Read More
  • A Dodge Challenger doing a burnout
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    Why Dodge Didn't Ditch Pushrod V8s For DOHC Engines

    Plenty of manufacturers have been putting DOHC designs in their high horsepower engines, but not Dodge. Here's why one company kept pushrods in its V8 engines.

    By Justin Hughes 10 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a brown Cadillac Celestiq
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    The First Cadillac Celestiq Owner Is Already Enjoying Their Bespoke $340,000 EV And Parking It Like A Normal Car

    Cadillac's most lavish, exclusive model in years is not what you expect to see casually street-parked.

    By Daniel Golson 10 months ago Read More
  • An automatic transmission with the classic PRNDL layout.
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    Who Built The First Automatic Transmission, And What Was The First Car To Use It?

    The automatic transmission may seem like it's been around forever, but it's the product of some hard work. And, of course, mistakes along the way.

    By Paul Stadden 10 months ago Read More
  • The Fiat Topolino Vilebrequin Collector's Edition in front of yellow beach houses
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    Adorable Fiat Topolino Vilebrequin Collector's Edition Is A Beachy Collab With A Swimwear Brand Founded By A 1970s F1 Photographer

    This special-edition microcar has a sea turtle fabric pattern, wood-look floors and even a built-in shower.

    By Logan K. Carter 10 months ago Read More
  • rivian r1s
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    Automakers That Claim Owners Don't Use EV Frunks Are Probably Lying Or Just Make Bad Frunks, Says Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe

    Rivian owners make frequent use of their EV's frunks, with R1S SUV customers using their frunks even more than the rear liftgate.

    By Collin Woodard 10 months ago Read More
  • Man operating rotary dial shifter.
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    How Beneficial Are Rotary Shifters, Really?

    Unique shifter designs such as rotary dial shifter have become increasingly visible over the last decade. How do they change the way you interact with your car?

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 10 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of the gold Bentley EXP 15 concept next to the Blue Train
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    Bentley Finally Takes Inspiration From The Blue Train With Radical EXP 15 Concept Debuting New Design Language

    Bentley says that while the EXP 15 doesn't directly preview a new model, it's a look into future styling themes and ideas

    By Daniel Golson 10 months ago Read More
  • 2026 PCA Club Coupe
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    Porsche Club Of America Turns 70, Celebrates With 70 Very Blue 911 Club Coupes

    This special edition is based on the 992.2 Carrera T, and you can get it with incredible tartan seats.

    By Brad Brownell 10 months ago Read More
  • Ford Explorer ST
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    Why Do New Cars Come With Fake Exhaust Tips? (And Do Emissions Rules Play A Role)

    If you've taken a close look at the shiny exhaust tips on some new cars, you may have noticed that there isn't anything coming out of them. So what gives?

    By Charles Krome 10 months ago Read More
  • A close up of a Subaru Crosstrek rear lift gate, with 3 Subaru ownership badges.
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    The Quirky Subaru Program That Turns Your Car Into A Rolling Life Story

    If you're worried that your Subaru doesn't communicate enough about your favorite hobbies yet, don't fret! These special Subaru badges have you covered.

    By Greg Poggiali 10 months ago Read More
  • Lotus Emira First Edition
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    Is The Lotus Emira As Quick As It Looks? Here's How It Compares To Its Rivals

    The Lotus Emira certainly looks like its achieving the company mantra of simplicity combined with lightweight design, but how quick is next to similar cars?

    By Charles Krome 10 months ago Read More
  • 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro engine bay
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    Why Gasoline Has Ethanol, And How It Affects Your Engine

    Ever wondered how ethanol made it into the pump at the gas station? Here's why gasoline and ethanol are mixed along with a look at its impact on an engine.

    By Charles Krome 10 months ago Read More
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